Curious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Attentive
Watchful

Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Cheerful
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Tervards are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Hava-Jacks are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Belgian Tervuren, German Shepherd

Jack Russell Terrier, Havanese

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn

White
Black
Sable
Gray

Tervards have medium-length coats.

Hava-Jacks have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Tervard can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Hava-Jack can have a litter of 1-9 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Tervards typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Hava-Jack breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Heart Murmur

Epilepsy

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Blood Work
Echocardiogram Tests
Ophthalmic Examination
Electroretinogram (ERG)

Tervards are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Hava-Jacks are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Tervard, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Hava-Jack, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Tervards usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Hava-Jacks usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Tervard should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Hava-Jack should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-80 pound (34 - 36 kg) Tervard feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 9-17 pound (4 - 8 kg) Hava-Jack feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Tervard is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Hava-Jack is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Tervard is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Hava-Jack is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Tervards make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Hava-Jacks are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Tervards are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Hava-Jacks are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Tervards are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Hava-Jacks are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Tervards are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Hava-Jacks are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Tervards are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Hava-Jacks are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

The Tervard is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Hava-Jacks are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.